The majority of the country’s large school districts have opted for remote learning as coronavirus concerns persist, but some parents have taken a unique new approach to their child’s education called pandemic pods. They are a version of home schooling for small groups of students, sometimes led by teachers or tutors. However, as more companies pop up to organize these pods, a debate is brewing about equity. Meg Oliver reports. Source
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Saturday Sessions: Phoebe Bridgers performs “I Know The End”
Phoebe Bridgers was just 22 when she made “Stranger in the Alps,” her acclaimed 2017 debut. Since then, she has been involved in collaborations with Conor Oberst and others. She also became a producer of albums herself, including her latest, titled “Punisher.” Bridgers joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to perform “I Know The End.” Source
Saturday Sessions: Phoebe Bridgers performs “Garden Song”
Phoebe Bridgers was just 22 when she made “Stranger in the Alps,” her acclaimed 2017 debut. Since then, she has been involved in collaborations with Conor Oberst and others. She also became a producer of albums herself, including her latest, titled “Punisher.” Bridgers joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to perform “Garden Song.” Source
Saturday Sessions: Phoebe Bridgers performs “Kyoto”
Phoebe Bridgers was just 22 when she made “Stranger in the Alps,” her acclaimed 2017 debut. Since then, she has been involved in collaborations with Conor Oberst and others. She also became a producer of albums herself, including her latest, titled “Punisher.” Bridgers joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to perform “Kyoto.” Source
Trump and Biden pause campaigning to honor 9/11 victims
Both President Trump and Joe Biden took a day off the campaign trail to honor the victims of 9/11 Friday, going to ceremonies and speaking to the families of victims. Now Mr. Trump is headed to swing states Nevada and Arizona as wildfires ravage the West, with less than two months until Election Day. Skyler Henry reports. Source
Eye Opener: Western U.S. sees historic wildfire damage
This year’s fire season in the western U.S. is already the worst ever recorded, with 4.5 million acres destroyed so far. Also, Dr. Anthony Fauci is predicting that normal life may not return until late 2021, even if a COVID-19 vaccine is found. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source
Questions surround years-long delay in prosecuting 9/11 attacks
Nearly two decades after the 9/11 terror attacks claimed nearly 3,000 lives on American soil, victims’ families are still seeking closure on one important chapter — the men accused of hatching the plot have yet to face trial. Catherine Herridge speaks to a woman who lost her son, daughter-in-law and granddaughter 19 years ago about the years of waiting for justice. Source
At least 19 people dead, dozens missing in wildfires
At least 19 people have died in California, Washington and Oregon as historic wildfires ravage the West. California residents who have survived are struggling with the devastation, while in Oregon, officials are preparing for a “mass fatality incident.” Danya Bacchus reports. Source
Trump awards Medal of Honor to soldier who helped free ISIS-held hostages
Sgt. Maj. Thomas Patrick Payne received the Medal of Honor from President Trump on Friday for his role in freeing hostages held by ISIS. He spoke to David Martin about the harrowing mission. Source
Fauci says return to normal life may not be until late 2021
Six months after most of the U.S. began locking down, coronavirus cases are on the rise in 20 states. On Friday, more than 47,000 new cases were reported, bringing the country’s total number of infections to nearly 6.5 million. While more and more states are taking steps to reopen, Dr. Anthony Fauci is warning that it may be another year before things return to normal. Michael George takes a look at how several states are forging ahead despite the risks of the virus. Source